Precision Repair for High-Impact Equipment
Hydraulic drifters are placed under serious load. These high-powered rock drilling systems are essential to mining, quarrying, and tunnelling operations across South Africa, but without proper care, performance declines fast.
ME Eng Supplies provides expert hydraulic drifter maintenance and repair services, helping operators avoid downtime, reduce component wear, and extend the lifespan of their equipment. Whether you’re dealing with pressure loss, worn rotors, or misfiring percussion systems, our highly experienced engineers can provide optimised solutions.
Why Drifter Maintenance Should Never Be Delayed
Delaying servicing on a hydraulic drifter can result in operational issues that can result in unwanted downtimes. Here are some issues that can arise when maintenance is overlooked:
- Component Failure: Seals, pistons, and rotors wear rapidly under high loads
- Loss of Impact Energy: A drop in performance often points to internal pressure issues
- Premature Overhauls: Ignoring minor faults leads to full rebuilds sooner than necessary
- Costly Downtime: Drifter failure halts the entire drilling operation, delaying projects and impacting revenue
ME Eng Supplies’ preventative approach ensures your hydraulic drifters maintain operational efficiency, minimising risk while maximising return on your investment.
Our Drifter Services at a Glance
1. Detailed Strip & Assess
Every drifter that comes through our workshop undergoes a comprehensive disassembly, inspection, and technical assessment to diagnose internal and external wear.
2. OEM-Grade Repairs & Rebuilds
We use genuine parts and original machining tolerances to restore full function and prevent performance degradation. We are ISO 9001 certified to ensure all repairs and maintenance are done to OEM specifications.
3. Percussion System Servicing
We specialise in the repair of hydraulic drifter percussion systems, restoring impact force and striking consistency without introducing stress faults.
4. Custom Maintenance Plans
Our team creates scheduled service plans to suit your site’s production schedule, helping prevent failures without impacting output.
Signs Your Drifter Needs Immediate Attention
- Reduced drilling speed
- Inconsistent percussion or weak impact force
- Visible wear on the chuck drive or rotation units
- Overheating during operation
- Leaking oil or hydraulic fluid
If your operators notice any of these symptoms, this could necessitate the need for component servicing before failure occurs.
Why Choose ME Eng Supplies for Drifter Repairs?
- Specialist Knowledge: Hydraulic drifters are specialised hydraulic systems; we understand their internal systems and stress profiles.
- South African Conditions: We build and repair with local terrain and operational intensity in mind.
- Quick Turnaround: Minimal delay between collection, repairs and delivery, essential for maintaining operational efficiency.
- Custom Testing: We pressure test and benchmark every rebuild in accordance with OEM specifications before release.
Partner with ME Eng Supplies for Drifter Reliability
Your hydraulic drifter’s lifespan depends on how you maintain it. With ME Eng Supplies, you get more than a repairer; you get a long-term partner in productivity.
“Let your drifter do the hard work, not the guesswork.”